Doctrine of Fair Use

The Doctrine of Fair Use allows people to legally use limited portions of copyrighted material without permission, under certain conditions. It aims to promote creativity, education, commentary, and criticism by balancing the rights of copyright owners with public interest. Factors considered include the purpose of use (such as for learning or review), the amount used, the nature of the original work, and the impact on the market value. Fair use isn’t a right to use everything freely, but a legal exception that encourages innovation and free expression while respecting creators' rights.